WW2 RAF Aerial Propaganda Leaflet Dropped over France – Dated 31st December 1942

Here on offer is a surviving copy of an RAF aerial propaganda leaflet that were dropped over France during WW2.

This copy is dated 31st December 1942.

This scarce example of the “Le Courrier De L’Air” that translates to “The Air Mail” has the headline: General de Gaulle will form an army of 300,000 men.

Apparently, thousands of copies of this type of...  read more

Code: 51237

WW2 Souvenir Letter Opener from R.A.F. STATION YATESBURY 1946

Here on offer is a genuine WW2 souvenir letter opener from RAF Yatesbury, Wiltshire, England.

This very well-made wooden dagger shaped letter opener, depicts a paper image of the RAF crest at the top and an inscription on the blade, that reads:

R.A.F. STATION YATESBURY 1946

It is in excellent condition with no damage to the blade edges, just some s...  read more

Code: 51230

Robertsons White Waistcoat Golly Bagpiper Advertising Badge by REV GOMM

Here on offer is a Robertsons White Waistcoat Golly Bagpiper Advertising Badge by REV GOMM.

This version has the light blue jacket, blue hands and red feet, without 'Golden Shred' slogan on golden enamel Scottish bagpipe bag,

I believe it has the G S Type I imprint behind the head on reverse and makers details:

G S

REV GOMM FREDERI...  read more

Code: 51223

Group of Post WW2 Royal Pioneer Corps Insignia

Here on offer is an interesting group of post WW2 Royal Pioneer Corps insignia that has been mounted on a coloured card for displaying.

The British Army Royal Pioneer Corps was responsible for various kinds of light engineering tasks. Although formed in 1939, several previous units had existed that performed similar roles. It was amalgamated into the Royal Logistic Corps in 1993....  read more

Code: 51219

WW2 RAF Comforts Committee Volunteer Worker Badge

Here on offer is a fine example of a small WW2 period “RAF Comforts Committee Volunteer Worker” home front badge.

During wartime the RAF Comforts Committee Voluntary Worker's contributed to the war effort by knitting woollen garments such as socks, jumpers and scarves etc for the Royal Air Force.

The badge consists of a chromium plated title circlet inlaid with blu...  read more

Code: 51215

WW1 Souvenir Gilt Brass MENIN GATE Ashtray

Here on offer is an unusual version of a WW1 souvenir gilt brass MENIN GATE ashtray.

It has been cast in brass and it retains the original bright gilt finish.

In the centre it depicts the famous MENIN GATE with the word YPRES stamped in the top left hand corner.

On the lower edge are the words:

MENIN GATE

The only ot...  read more

Code: 51211

Deluxe WW2 German Army Officers Dagger Hangers

Here on offer is a great set of Deluxe WW2 German Army Officers Dagger Hangers.

The oval buckles and slides have the fine oak leaf pattern and retain some of their original silver finish that has dulled with age.

The two lower push-up spring clips are in full working order and retain a lot of their original silver finish on the oak leaf and stippled finish. On the ...  read more

Code: 51210

Genuine WW1 Volunteer Training Corps VTC Central Association Gilt and Enamel Lapel Badge

Here on offer is a genuine WW1 Volunteer Training Corps VTC, Central Association gilt and enamel lapel badge.

The oval shaped badge depicts a gilt and enamel crowned oval ring, with the words:

CENTRAL ASSOCIATION VTC

In the centre is the image of the war goddess 'Bellona', set against a black enamel background.

The reverse has the norm...  read more

Code: 51206

Rare Large Bronze Award Medallion - 1839 Royal Botanic Society London – by Benjamin Wyon Sc.

Here on offer is an unissued solid bronze 1839 Royal Botanic Society London award medallion, by the famous engraver and medalist Benjamin Wyon Sc.

This finely detailed medallion has never been awarded or if it was, the recipient never had their details engraved on it?

I believe these award medallions where only issued in small numbers and where struck in Gold, silv...  read more

Code: 51204

Scarce Gilt and Enamel 1902 Royal Coronation Brooch - from Queen Alexandra

Here on offer is a scarce antique gilt brass and enamel 1902 Royal Coronation brooch, that appears to have been a gift/award from Queen Alexandra.

Edward VII coronation, with his wife Alexandra of Denmark, was held on 9th August 1902.

I can’t find much information about this brooch, but it would appear not many where made and they were given as a gift or award to p...  read more

Code: 51197